Publication in the Diário da República: Aviso n.º 10753/2023 de 01/06/2023
3 ECTS; 1º Ano, 2º Semestre, 30,0 TP , Cód. 658910.
Lecturer
- Pedro Caetano Raposo (2)
- Cristiana Mercê (1)(2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Not applicable
Objectives
A- Know the fundamental concepts and methodologies of motor development;
B- Know and interpret the phases and stages of motor development;
C- Know and understand the factors and constraints that influence motor development;
D- Master the concept of motor competence and know how to assess it;
E- Know and be able to apply methodologies for assessing physical growth, specifically mastering the basic techniques of anthropometry;
F- Know and use technology to analyse motor development and sports analysis.
Program
1. Fundamental concepts: development, growth, maturation, motor skills and behaviour;
2. Types of motor skills: rudimentary, foundational and specialised;
3. Pyramid of motor development;
4. General characterisation of the different stages of human development;
5. Concepts of sensitive period and critical period;
6. Concept of motor competence;
7. Methodologies for assessing motor competence, practical application of the Motor Competence Assessment;
8. Basic concepts of anthropometry: instruments, measurement techniques and types of error;
9. Anthropometry protocols for the main measurements;
10. Somatotype: concept, quantification, evaluation and interpretation;
11. Using technology to analyse motor development and sports analysis.
Evaluation Methodology
Continuous Assessment:
- Completion of individual theoretical-practical forms (50% final mark);
- Individual assessment of anthropometric measurements (50% final mark).
Final Assessment:
- Written exam on the contents of the course (50% final mark);
- Practical test of anthropometric measurements (50% final mark).
Bibliography
- Catela, D. e Seabra, A. e Branco, M. e Mercê, C. (2015). Comportamento Motor: Uma Área de Conhecimento. Rio Maior: Escola Superior de Desporto de Rio Maior
- Cordovil, R. e Barreiros, J. (2014). Desenvolvimento Motor na Infância. Lisboa: Faculdade de Motricidade Humana
- Vieira, F. e Fragoso, I. (2011). Cinantropometria: Curso Prático. Cruz Quebrada: Faculdade de Motricidade Humana
Teaching Method
A- Expository method;
B- Problem-based learning;
C- Carrying out case studies;
D- Practical and laboratory activities;
E- Analysis, reflection and discussion;
F- Use of educational, professional and research technologies.
Software used in class
Ms Teams
Excel
Kinovea
